Light and Shadow – Observation Through Painting and Drawing

Painting – Acrylic Still Life

The scene captures a warm, peaceful atmosphere with expressive brushwork and careful placement of elements. The fruit is arranged to create natural overlaps and cast shadows, guiding the viewer’s eye in a gentle circular motion.

Technique Analysis:

Medium: Acrylic paint

Focus: Observation-based composition, volumetric shading, and tonal contrast

Lighting: Strong side light defines highlights and soft shadows

Skills practiced: Form modeling, color blending, spatial arrangement

Drawing – Graphite Sketch of Cherries

Two cherries joined by a single stem, accompanied by a leaf. The forms are gently shaded with soft transitions between light and shadow, evoking a quiet, melancholic atmosphere. The simplicity of the composition enhances the emotional tone.

Technique Analysis:

Medium: Graphite pencil

Focus: Value study, contour drawing, and textural detail

Lighting: Directional lighting used to emphasize roundness and depth

Skills practiced: Hatching, shading, contour definition, tonal gradation